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The evolution of Motom’s ignition system is one of the most underappreciated technical aspects in Motom’s history. From the small magnet used on the first Motomic in 1947 to the adoption of the external coil on Sport models and agricultural applications, the Milan-based manufacturer developed various solutions over the years, all characterized by simplicity, reliability, … Read more
(Note: Draft version to be revised) Image courtesy of motorcycle mechanic Roberto Montanari. When overhauling a Motom engine, bearings and oil seals are among the smallest components, but also among the most important. They are often viewed as mere consumable parts, but in reality they directly affect the engine’s smoothness, reliability, and performance. The Motom … Read more
Motom 48 Carburetors: From Weber to Dell'Orto Two brands of carburetors were installed on the Motom 48 4T mopeds: Weber and Dell'Orto. Not all models had a single supplier: some—such as the 48 LL, the 48 GG, and the 51—left the factory with one or the other depending on the year of production. The data … Read more
First of all: forget the prices you find online If you're looking for the Motom 2026 model, you've come to the right place. Trade magazines and newspaper articles cite prices taken from the Rossomotom.it website. The last update dates back to 2008. They are wrong—by nearly twenty years. . Those figures reflect a market that no … Read more
When you decide to rebuild the crankshaft of your motorcycle, there’s one detail that many machine shops overlook—and it can end up costing you dearly. The centrifugal filter that no one cleans The Motom crankshaft incorporates a centrifugal filter hidden in the half-moon section, near the connecting rod end cap. Its function is to collect … Read more
The capacitor is one of those components that eventually causes problems on every Motom. Original vintage parts don’t last long, and stock parts are even less reliable—the insulating material ages over time, and performance gradually declines. The Motom electronic capacitor is the most reliable replacement for the original vintage capacitor. The good news is that … Read more
If you own a Motom and are missing a part, the problem isn't finding just any replacement—it's finding the right one, without paying three times as much and without getting ripped off. Here is what the situation will actually look like in 2026. Original replacement parts are no longer manufactured The Motom has been out … Read more
If you own a Motom and are looking for the right oil, get ready for a few surprises. It’s not as simple as checking the manual and buying what it recommends—the world has changed since 1947, and so has motor oil. Let’s start from the beginning. Synthetic or mineral? First key question: synthetic or mineral? … Read more
If you own a Motom and are looking for the right spark plug, you’ve come to the right place. This is one of the most talked-about topics among enthusiasts—and also one of the most misunderstood. The answer isn’t as simple as picking a spark plug from the catalog at your local shop—there are important factors … Read more
